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... Manual Revisions Date January 25, 2013 Description • Initial release for Revision A1 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other company or product names mentioned herein ...person or organization of their respective companies. All rights reserved. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. All other countries. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual i
... Manual Revisions Date January 25, 2013 Description • Initial release for Revision A1 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other company or product names mentioned herein ...person or organization of their respective companies. All rights reserved. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. All other countries. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual i
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... WPA 50 Configure WPA/WPA2 Personal 51 Configure WPA Enterprise 52 Network Settings 53 Router Settings 53 DHCP Reservation 54 Media Server 55 Storage 56 D-Link DIR-505L User Manual ii
... WPA 50 Configure WPA/WPA2 Personal 51 Configure WPA Enterprise 52 Network Settings 53 Router Settings 53 DHCP Reservation 54 Media Server 55 Storage 56 D-Link DIR-505L User Manual ii
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... Logs 97 Statistics 98 Wireless 99 Help 100 Repeater Mode 101 Quick Setup Wizard 101 Manual Configuration 103 Wi-Fi Setup 103 Repeater Mode 104 D-Link DIR-505L User Manual iii
... Logs 97 Statistics 98 Wireless 99 Help 100 Repeater Mode 101 Quick Setup Wizard 101 Manual Configuration 103 Wi-Fi Setup 103 Repeater Mode 104 D-Link DIR-505L User Manual iii
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...; 8 142 Windows® 7 144 WPA/WPA2 144 WPS 147 Windows Vista 151 WPA/WPA2 152 WPS/WCN 2.0 154 Windows® XP 155 WPA/WPA2 156 D-Link DIR-505L User Manual iv
...; 8 142 Windows® 7 144 WPA/WPA2 144 WPS 147 Windows Vista 151 WPA/WPA2 152 WPS/WCN 2.0 154 Windows® XP 155 WPA/WPA2 156 D-Link DIR-505L User Manual iv
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Table of Contents Troubleshooting 158 Wireless Basics 162 What is Wireless 163 Tips 165 Networking Basics 166 Check your IP address 166 Windows® XP Users 166 Windows® 7/Vista® Users 166 Windows® 8 Users 166 Statically Assign an IP address 167 Windows® 8 Users 168 Technical Specifications 169 Contacting Technical Support 170 GPL Code Statement 171 Warranty 186 Registration 193 D-Link DIR-505L User Manual v
Table of Contents Troubleshooting 158 Wireless Basics 162 What is Wireless 163 Tips 165 Networking Basics 166 Check your IP address 166 Windows® XP Users 166 Windows® 7/Vista® Users 166 Windows® 8 Users 166 Statically Assign an IP address 167 Windows® 8 Users 168 Technical Specifications 169 Contacting Technical Support 170 GPL Code Statement 171 Warranty 186 Registration 193 D-Link DIR-505L User Manual v
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Section 1 - D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 1 Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-505L SharePort Mobile Companion Ethernet Cable Wireless Configuration Card Quick Install Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Section 1 - D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 1 Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-505L SharePort Mobile Companion Ethernet Cable Wireless Configuration Card Quick Install Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
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Section 1 - Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 2 Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Internet connection (Router mode) • A wireless-based Internet connection (Hotspot mode) • A wireless ...
Section 1 - Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 2 Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Internet connection (Router mode) • A wireless-based Internet connection (Hotspot mode) • A wireless ...
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TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The DIR-505L supports all of the latest wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access, be able to protect your home. Support for WPA/WPA2 standards ensure that ... calls (VoIP) and online gaming smooth and responsive, providing a better Internet experience. Connect the DIR-505L router to share photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your network against outside intruders. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 3 TOTAL COVERAGE The DIR-505L delivers powerful 802.11n performance and increases the range of your wireless network by...
TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The DIR-505L supports all of the latest wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access, be able to protect your home. Support for WPA/WPA2 standards ensure that ... calls (VoIP) and online gaming smooth and responsive, providing a better Internet experience. Connect the DIR-505L router to share photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your network against outside intruders. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 3 TOTAL COVERAGE The DIR-505L delivers powerful 802.11n performance and increases the range of your wireless network by...
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...-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. • Compatible with 802.11g Devices - The DIR-505L can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 4 Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - Environmental conditions...
...-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. • Compatible with 802.11g Devices - The DIR-505L can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 4 Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - Environmental conditions...
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Both will allow you to share files with your local network. 2 Reset Button Press and hold the Reset button for 6 seconds to restore the DIR-505L to its original factory default settings. 3 Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is used to connect to a broadband modem or to a port supplying an Internet connection (I.E. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 5 a hotel) using SharePort™ Mobile and SharePort™ Web File Access. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 12 3 1 USB Port Connect a USB thumb drive/external hard drive using an Ethernet cable. Section 1 -
Both will allow you to share files with your local network. 2 Reset Button Press and hold the Reset button for 6 seconds to restore the DIR-505L to its original factory default settings. 3 Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is used to connect to a broadband modem or to a port supplying an Internet connection (I.E. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 5 a hotel) using SharePort™ Mobile and SharePort™ Web File Access. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 12 3 1 USB Port Connect a USB thumb drive/external hard drive using an Ethernet cable. Section 1 -
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The device is powered ON and operating properly. The device is off . The device is defective. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 LED Indicator Power/Status Color Green Red Status Solid Green Blinking Green Off Solid Red Off Description The device is processing WPS. During boot up or system is off . D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 6 Section 1 -
The device is powered ON and operating properly. The device is off . The device is defective. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 LED Indicator Power/Status Color Green Red Status Solid Green Blinking Green Off Solid Red Off Description The device is processing WPS. During boot up or system is off . D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 6 Section 1 -
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Operation Modes Depending on how you want to use your DIR-505L will determine which setting works with your setup. • Router mode • Access Point mode • Repeater mode • Wi-Fi Hotspot mode • Charger mode D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 7 This section will explain the different operational modes you use . Product Overview Installation The next few pages will help you figure out which mode you can use . Section 1 -
Operation Modes Depending on how you want to use your DIR-505L will determine which setting works with your setup. • Router mode • Access Point mode • Repeater mode • Wi-Fi Hotspot mode • Charger mode D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 7 This section will explain the different operational modes you use . Product Overview Installation The next few pages will help you figure out which mode you can use . Section 1 -
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Installation Router Mode The DIR-505L connects to Hotspot Mode. If the Internet connection is wireless, like in a hotel, refer to your cable modem, DSL modem or other computers or devices on your devices wirelessly. You can also share files with your wireless network by using Ethernet) and shares your Internet connection with other Internet source (using the SharePort™ feature. Note: Use this mode if your Internet connection requires an Ethernet connection. Router Rep DIR-505L USB Flash Drive *For SharePortTM usage D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 8 Section 2 -
Installation Router Mode The DIR-505L connects to Hotspot Mode. If the Internet connection is wireless, like in a hotel, refer to your cable modem, DSL modem or other computers or devices on your devices wirelessly. You can also share files with your wireless network by using Ethernet) and shares your Internet connection with other Internet source (using the SharePort™ feature. Note: Use this mode if your Internet connection requires an Ethernet connection. Router Rep DIR-505L USB Flash Drive *For SharePortTM usage D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 8 Section 2 -
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...use Router or Hotspot mode. Access Point Mode Router DIR-505L D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 9 Section 2 - Note that AP mode does not support sharing files from a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile app. Note: You will need a router to the DIR-505L and access your network (via switch or router)... using an Ethernet cable. Wireless devices can connect to an existing network and allow wireless devices to connect to the network. Installation Access Point Mode The DIR-505L can now connect to share an...
...use Router or Hotspot mode. Access Point Mode Router DIR-505L D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 9 Section 2 - Note that AP mode does not support sharing files from a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile app. Note: You will need a router to the DIR-505L and access your network (via switch or router)... using an Ethernet cable. Wireless devices can connect to an existing network and allow wireless devices to connect to the network. Installation Access Point Mode The DIR-505L can now connect to share an...
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... in Repeater mode. To share the Internet, use the same Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) and security settings. Installation Repeater Mode In Repeater mode, the DIR-505L increases the range of your wireless network by extending the wireless coverage of each other. The APs and wireless router (if used) must be within... or wireless router. Section 2 - Make sure that all clients, APs, and the wireless router all use Router or Hotspot mode. Router Repeater Mode Wi-Fi H -505L USB Flash Drive D-Link DIR-505L User Manual DIR-505L DIR-505L USB Dr 10
... in Repeater mode. To share the Internet, use the same Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) and security settings. Installation Repeater Mode In Repeater mode, the DIR-505L increases the range of your wireless network by extending the wireless coverage of each other. The APs and wireless router (if used) must be within... or wireless router. Section 2 - Make sure that all clients, APs, and the wireless router all use Router or Hotspot mode. Router Repeater Mode Wi-Fi H -505L USB Flash Drive D-Link DIR-505L User Manual DIR-505L DIR-505L USB Dr 10
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Repeater Mode Wi-Fi Hotspot Mode DIR-505L DIR-505L USB Flash Drive Note: When configuring the DIR-505L in Hotspot mode, the default IP address to multiple wireless devices. This will allow you to share that single connection to access the Web ...Internet connection requires an Ethernet cable, refer to an existing wireless network with other computers or devices on your Internet connection is 192.168.100.1. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 11 Note: Use this mode if your wireless network by using the SharePort™ Mobile app or SharePortTM web access. Installation Hotspot ...
Repeater Mode Wi-Fi Hotspot Mode DIR-505L DIR-505L USB Flash Drive Note: When configuring the DIR-505L in Hotspot mode, the default IP address to multiple wireless devices. This will allow you to share that single connection to access the Web ...Internet connection requires an Ethernet cable, refer to an existing wireless network with other computers or devices on your Internet connection is 192.168.100.1. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 11 Note: Use this mode if your wireless network by using the SharePort™ Mobile app or SharePortTM web access. Installation Hotspot ...
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...access your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your wireless ...the D-Link router and other objects that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Building Materials make a difference. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of your wireless signal. 4. Try to follow these basic guidelines: 1. D-Link DIR-505L User ...
...access your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your wireless ...the D-Link router and other objects that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Building Materials make a difference. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of your wireless signal. 4. Try to follow these basic guidelines: 1. D-Link DIR-505L User ...
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Installation Manual Setup Router/Access Point Mode 1. Router/AP Outlet Ethernet 2. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 54mm 90mm D-Link DIR-505 Mobile Companion Wi-Fi Configuration Note Web browser link: Web browser link: http://dlinkrouter or http:// 192.168.0.1 http://dlinkrouter or http:// 192.168.0.1 Default configuration Your configuration ...the Internet-enabled device (such as a modem or Ethernet port in a hotel) and then plug the other end of the DIR-505L. 3. Verify that is displayed on your companion card (ex: dlink-a8fa). Then, enter the Wi-Fi password included on...
Installation Manual Setup Router/Access Point Mode 1. Router/AP Outlet Ethernet 2. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 54mm 90mm D-Link DIR-505 Mobile Companion Wi-Fi Configuration Note Web browser link: Web browser link: http://dlinkrouter or http:// 192.168.0.1 http://dlinkrouter or http:// 192.168.0.1 Default configuration Your configuration ...the Internet-enabled device (such as a modem or Ethernet port in a hotel) and then plug the other end of the DIR-505L. 3. Verify that is displayed on your companion card (ex: dlink-a8fa). Then, enter the Wi-Fi password included on...
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... wizard does not appear. From your laptop or mobile device, go to your wireless utility to the next step. *If you created for internet access. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 14 First-time users will automatically be directed to complete the setup. Please follow the on-screen instructions to the wizard. Open a web...
... wizard does not appear. From your laptop or mobile device, go to your wireless utility to the next step. *If you created for internet access. D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 14 First-time users will automatically be directed to complete the setup. Please follow the on-screen instructions to the wizard. Open a web...
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.... If the wizard does not appear, type http://dlinkrouter.local in your companion card (ex: dlink-a8fa). D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 54mm 90mm D-Link DIR-505 Mobile Companion Wi-Fi Configuration Note Web browser link: Web browser link: http://dlinkrouter or http:// 192.168.0.1 Default configuration http://dlinkrouter or http:// 192.168.0.1 Your configuration Username: "Admin...
.... If the wizard does not appear, type http://dlinkrouter.local in your companion card (ex: dlink-a8fa). D-Link DIR-505L User Manual 54mm 90mm D-Link DIR-505 Mobile Companion Wi-Fi Configuration Note Web browser link: Web browser link: http://dlinkrouter or http:// 192.168.0.1 Default configuration http://dlinkrouter or http:// 192.168.0.1 Your configuration Username: "Admin...